The world of PlayerUnknown’s Battlegrounds (PUBG) has come a long way since its explosive 2017 debut. With consistent updates and evolving mechanics, the 2024 version of PUBG feels like a completely different beast. Whether you’re returning to the battlefield or dropping in for the first time, this guide breaks down the essentials — from movement and combat to weapon loadouts and settings — so you can avoid rookie mistakes and start racking up chicken dinners.
Survive and Thrive: Combat Tips for New Players
Let’s face it: PUBG has one of the most demanding gunplay systems in the industry. New players should brace for a steep learning curve. Early matches are often filled with more deaths than kills, but the learning process is part of the thrill.
Here’s how to survive longer:
- Gun Mechanics Matter: Mastering recoil is key. Guns like the AUG and M416 have low recoil and are great for beginners. The Beryl M762, though harder to control, is devastating at close range.
- Drive-By Shooting: Want to shoot from a moving vehicle like the pros? Change seats, hold the W key to keep driving, and aim/fire simultaneously.
- Don’t Sit Still: Static targets are easy kills. Keep repositioning, especially when under grenade or sniper threat.
- Smart Peeking: Right peeking is more efficient due to the character’s right-hand bias. Avoid using Q/E excessively for better concealment.
- Safe Zone Awareness: Early-stage blue zones (up to stage 3) aren’t fatal. Use that time to loot thoroughly, but be ready to rotate quickly after stage 4.
Loadout Mastery: Best Guns, Attachments, and Inventory Hacks
Success in PUBG doesn’t just depend on aim — your loadout and inventory choices can make or break your game.
🔫 Top-Tier Weapons (2024 Tier List):
- S+ Tier:
- AUG: Minimal recoil and great for mid-range engagements.
- Mini14: Ideal for long-range with incredible bullet speed.
- SLR: Dominates mid-range with high damage.
- S Tier:
- M416: Balanced and versatile.
- Beryl M762: Great in close quarters, if you can handle the kick.
- Avoid:
- SMGs on large maps — they’re only useful on smaller maps like Sanhok or Karakin.
- Sniper Rifles like Kar98k or M24 — fun but inefficient against skilled opponents.
🔧 Attachments Cheat Sheet:
- ARs: Compensator, vertical grip, extended quickdraw mag, red dot, tactical stock.
- DMRs: Compensator, lightweight grip, cheek pad, 6x or 8x scope + canted sight.
- SRs: Suppressor, extended mag. Skip bulky add-ons.
- SMGs: Same as ARs but avoid using them on open maps.
🎒 Inventory Tips:
- Ammo: 150 AR bullets, 75–100 for DMRs.
- Grenades: Max 3 frag grenades; always carry 2–3 smoke grenades.
- Healing: 4–5 first aid kits, 5 bandages, 7–10 energy drinks.
- Boosts: Energy drinks are lighter and more efficient than painkillers.
Performance First: Best PUBG Settings in 2024
Winning starts before you even load into the plane. Optimize your settings to get the best FPS and reduce visual distractions.
🖥️ In-Game Video Settings:
- Resolution: Use 1728×1080 for better FPS and easier target tracking.
- Render Scale: Set to 100 for clarity.
- Post-Processing & Effects: Set both to Very Low for max performance.
- Textures: Adjust based on your GPU capability.
- FPP FOV: 90–103 based on personal preference.
- Disable Motion Blur & V-Sync.
- Enable HRTF in sound settings for directional audio advantage.
⚙️ Advanced Settings:
- Auto Reload: ON
- Fire Mode Defaults: Set to full-auto to avoid slow reactions at drop
- Vertical Sensitivity Multiplier: 1.3–1.5 for better spray control
- Inventory Character Render & On-Screen Guides: Disable for CPU optimization
🚀 Best Launch Options (Steam):
Use this string:-koreanrating green -sm4 -USEALLAVAILABLECORES -malloc=system
This helps allocate resources better and boosts FPS.
Bonus: How to Land First and Gain the Edge
Landing first can be the difference between looting and dying.
How to land quickly:
- Jump when you’re 1000–1100 meters from your destination.
- Glide at 164 km/h, then accelerate to 234 km/h within 100–150 meters of landing point.
- On maps like Paramo, jump closer (500–600 meters) due to lower plane height.
Final Thoughts: Practice, Patience, and Persistence
PUBG in 2024 isn’t forgiving — but it is rewarding. By mastering gun mechanics, optimizing settings, and developing smart combat habits, even beginners can evolve into elite players. Remember, every death is a lesson. Keep practicing, keep tweaking, and soon, you’ll be hearing “Winner Winner Chicken Dinner” more often than not.
Good luck out there, rookie. The battleground awaits.
